Valentine's Day
The Mix
The Mix: Slow And Low Valentine Jams()
February 6, 2012 Valentine's Day only comes once a year, so you might as well take it slow. Turn down the lights and turn up this 67-song mix of soul and lovers' rock, curated by NPR Music's resident DJ, Cuzzin B.
Tell Me More
Films To Get You In The Mood()
February 14, 2011 Guest blogger Jimi Izrael shares some of his favorite Valentine's Day films.
All Tech Considered
Ken And Barbie Update Their Status()
February 14, 2011 After seven years of just being friends, Ken and Barbie have reunited. And as he turns 50, Ken is hard at work tweeting, updating his Facebook page and even using Foursquare to let people know what they're up to.
Can I Just Tell You?
Love Doesn't Have To Hurt()
February 14, 2011 A controversial Super Bowl ad featuring a black woman attacking her male companion continues to stir debate. In her weekly commentary, host Michel Martin asks why acts of domestic violence, as seen in the ad, are considered funny — and wonders what children take away from such commercials.
Three Books...
Three Racy Reads For A Sexier Valentine's Day()
February 14, 2011 Ripped from the not-so-heartening headlines, serious hardcovers about war, recession and natural disaster can certainly kill the mood. In honor of Valentine's Day, Pat Dunnigan offers three alternatives for nighttime reading that will lift your spirits — and raise your pulse.
NPR Double Take
Double Take 'Toons: Yes Dear!()
February 14, 2011 Whether it was GOP internal fights about the promise of $100 billion in budget cuts, or criticism of U.S. support for Egyptian protesters, it seems like everyone could use some humble pie this Valentine's day. Cartoonists Nate Beeler and R.J. Matson deliver enough to go around.
Krulwich Wonders...
My Heart Will Go On()
February 14, 2011 On Valentine's Day, Krulwich goes deep into the archives of anatomical drawings to see how depictions of our heart has changed throughout history.
Around the Nation
Greeting Cards That Celebrate A Rainbow Of Loves()
February 14, 2011 If you're part of a same-sex couple, you'll be hard pressed to find a Valentine's Day card that fits your relationship. That problem led a small California company to start making cards for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender couples — and their family and friends.
Food
Nigella's Do-It-Yourself Valentine's Dinner Date()
February 14, 2011 Did you forget to make a dinner reservation? Don't panic: Chef Nigella Lawson is here to help with some suggestions for a heartfelt, home-cooked meal. She talks with NPR's Steve Inkseep about her simple but sexy Date Steak ... and for dessert? Churros in hot, chocolate dipping sauce.
Opinion
The Dark Origins Of Valentine's Day()
February 13, 2011 Valentine's Day is a time to celebrate romance and love and kissy-face fealty. But the ancient Romans had bloodier, drunker and more naked notions to mark the occasion.
